Ivory Jones has faced the challenges of segregation all her life. Growing up in Birmingham, one of the most segregated cities in America, she keeps her head down and avoids socializing with all people that are trouble. It's 1963, and as racism gets worse in America, the risk of danger is rising rapidly for Ivory. Everything and everyone around her is crashing and burning, while she is forced to sit still and watch. Just when Ivory decides it's not worth living her painful life anymore.. Will a certain turquoise-blue eyed boy be able to save her?

Briana Jones is the girl that everyone loves to hate. She's not like other African-Americans and they hate her for it. She attends a predominantly black school where most of her peers are the stereotype of black teens in America. She sticks to herself, because she has to, but that all changes when Lynch Drive High receives its first Caucasian in decades. And this Caucasian takes an interest in Briana, like no one has before. They build a friendship and Briana let's him in on her little secret. Warning: Mild language Mild content There is reference to molestation in this book and issues with racism.

[ S E X U A L CONTENT &' E X P L I C I T LANGUAGE ] Happiness is not just about living lavish. Brand new whips , million dollar cribs , a million stacks a day. These two have it all. The only thing missing is love. Young woman named April crosses path's with a Famous rapper also known as Dave East, Her whole life changes. She deals with friends,fame,love and drama left and right. Will the two live a happy Hood fairy tail? Find out on East Side,Book one,The beginning of a love story

"Some say the blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice. I say the darker the flesh, then the deeper the roots." -Tupac Young, African-American teen Ebony Brooks is considered an outcast to society. Not because of any disabilities or awkward personality traits, but because of her rich cocoa skin. However, Ebony is still confident with her dark complexion and receives uplifting praise from her family. Ebony travels through her entire life being a target to other kids, but when will she take a stand and stick up for her beautiful chocolate complexion? cover slayed by @aneonsky This story will be entering in the Wattys2016.

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15 year old soon to be 16 year old Maya E Johnson a straight A student at William Ray high school, one of the worst schools in the neighborhood. But that don't stop her from having a dream of going to college and becoming a surgeon, that was always her dream every since she was 8 and watched "The Good Doctor". She goes to school, work, then home and complete her homework. Partying, smoking, boys and drinking is not her thing. School, and homework is all that's on her mind, until she runs into a certain someone. Will that change her state of mind? Will she be naive and fall for the schemes or will she be strong enough and stand her ground?

The fire within burns with desire. The fire within seeks revenge. The fire within yearns for love. The fire within loves to laugh. The fire within needs a prayer. The fire within never fades. The fire within never diminishes in its life giving strength. ~°~°~°~°~ A collection of love, hope, prayers, reflections, thoughts, emotions, wishes.

Dustin is scared of love. Ever since a self proclaimed bad girl blew into his life, changed his world, and then yanked the carpet out from underneath him, he hasn't been able to give himself fully to anyone. Lori is ready for love. Or at least she's ready to attempt love. Now a good year and about six months After The Bad Boy (the one who broke up with her out of the blew, blowing up her heart and life in the process) she's ready to try and open up to someone new. See what happens to these two people with baggage, meddling friends and many "chance" encounters. Book 2 of the Bad Hearts Series Book 1 of the Bad Hearts Series [completed] Book 2: Due To The Bad Girl [completed] Book 3: The Bad Boy vs The Bad Girl [completed] Book 4: The Not So Bad Boy [completed] Book 5: Undercover Bad Girl [completed] Book 6: The Broken Hearted Bad Boy [completed]

Khari Valentine is a basketball player from New Orleans, Louisiana who seems to be very rough around the edges. His move to Washington, DC to play college ball for Georgetown University is less than smooth. He meets a very well rounded young lady in Malia King. She's smart, beautiful, spiritual, and patient. Can they build a friendship or would the two think that they have nothing in common?